I want to change my name after having been divorced, but I have also filed bankruptcy.

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I want to change my name after having been divorced, but I have also filed bankruptcy.

Anonymous Aug 9, 2015 3 views 3 answers

I was married for 30 years. My ex- abandoned me, got a divorce, and married another woman a month later. We have been divorced for a year. Prior to our divorce, we filed for bankruptcy which has been discharged. I want to change my last name, but not to my maiden name and I don't want to carry his name. I want to change my last name to my brother's last name. Can I do this, given I have filed bankruptcy in the past? There is no attempt to defraud as all debts were discharged. Thank you.

Robert W GambrellChapter 13 Bankruptcy AttorneyOxford, MS · Accepted Answer · 2026-06-15T15:42:36+00:00

Robert W GambrellChapter 13 Bankruptcy AttorneyOxford, MS

Robert W GambrellChapter 13 Bankruptcy AttorneyOxford, MS · Jun 15, 2026

The fact that you filed a bankruptcy petition in the past should have no effect on your ability to change your name.

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Jann Washington · Accepted Answer · 2026-06-15T15:42:36+00:00

Jann Washington

Jann Washington · Jun 15, 2026

You should be able to change your name. The bankruptcy is discharged and closed. There is no concern.

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Jessica Levine · Accepted Answer · 2026-06-15T15:42:36+00:00

Jessica Levine

Jessica Levine · Jun 15, 2026

There should be no issue in changing your last name. The fact that you filed bankruptcy should not impact that decision.

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I want to change my name after having been divorced, but I have also filed bankruptcy.

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